Senior Director, Global Clinical Programs

Caraway Therapeutics; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in Rahway, NJ seeks an senior clinical operations leader to drive global, cross-functional development programs from planning through post‑marketing approval.

You will direct teams across programs, manage clinical operations timelines, quality systems, and regulatory interactions, and work with PSRM and CQRM to ensure project success. The role demands extensive pharmaceutical and clinical development expertise and strong leadership in a matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Must have deep knowledge of GCP and ICH regulations.
• Extensive experience in end-to-end clinical development programs.
• Ability to manage cross-functional, global teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead program planning and execution across disease areas and assets.
• Oversee Clinical Operations schedules and milestones.
• Provide operational input on protocol design and development plans.
• Manage site feasibility, enrollment, and vendor strategies.
• Mentor Trial Managers and develop staff.

Skills

GCP & ICH regs

End-to-end clinical development

Digital/AI-enabled approaches

Clinical databases & data review tools

Project management

Stakeholder leadership

Regulatory submissions

Quality & risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD/PharmD

Tools

Clinical Databases

RBQM platforms

Data review tools

Job description

Merck in Rahway, NJ seeks an senior clinical operations leader to drive global, cross-functional development programs from planning through post‑marketing approval.

You will direct teams across programs, manage clinical operations timelines, quality systems, and regulatory interactions, and work with PSRM and CQRM to ensure project success. The role demands extensive pharmaceutical and clinical development expertise and strong leadership in a matrix environment.